Deadly cleanup under way after Galveston storm ruin
A Galveston dispatch reports nine days after the storm 107 bodies recovered and cremated in Cincinnati New Orleans case details include Major Levy among the dead and a mother with a nursing infant. Debris lines three miles of ruined streets as crews remove wreckage by fire and by hand while laborers are paid 1.50 daily with rations.
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New Orleans
Galveston
W. T. Levy
United States
Water- Works
SSR
Board of Health
Central Executive Committee
Salvation Army Branch Nursery Fire Claims Six Lives
A fire in Cincinnati at the Salvation Army branch nursery on East Front Street trapped occupants, killing six from suffocation and injuring others. The blaze started from a stove used to warm the children during cold weather. mothers were away at work. Among the dead are James Harkins and his children, with several others fatally or seriously injured. Firefighters and hospital staff rushed to rescue and treat victims as flames were brought under control.
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Cincinnati
Salvation Army
East Front Street
Spencer House
Jas. Harkins
James Harkins
Herbert Harkins
James
Sisters Reunited After Forty Years apart
Laporte Indiana September 18 Mrs John S Sieberg of Dubuque Iowa and sister Mrs Drawn of Kansas state have been reunited after a forty year separation each sister believing the other dead. A chance Chicago meeting between their husbands led to kinship tracing and a planned reunion at the Indiana sister home. The sisters were separated in girlhood and grew to womanhood under the belief the other had died.
Looks Bad For Howard In Kentucky Trial
Frankfort Kentucky September 18 When the Howard trial opened this morning Eien Rake the stable boy who witnessed Gaines see a man identified as Howard leap the executive building took the stand and identified the man as Howard On cross examination he said he had been asked earlier today by Arthur Goebel if he knew Howard.
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Frankfort
Howard
Eien Rake
Gaines
Arthur Goebel
John Hayes Shoots Himself in Waldorf Astoria
John C. Hayes a prosperous traveling salesman shot and killed himself in the Waldorf Astoria early this morning. He was the son of General Jack Hayes and had a good income. In January he was sued by Frederick Anklen for alienation of his wife’s affections.
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New York
John C. Hayes
Waldorf-Astoria
Jack Hayes
Frederick Ankle
Hatch and Foote Stock Exchange Collapse
New York report states Hatch and Foote failed on the stock exchange. Daniel Hatch says his partner speculated on both sides of the market without his knowledge, losing two hundred thousand dollars. Foote is now insane and dying at his home. The firm has operated since 1870.
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New York
Hatch
Foote
The
Stock Exchange
Danial Hatch
Local residents visit city and register at Scott House
John O'Brien of Seventy Six Adam Shannon from Lone Tree E Lambert of Eliza James Doyal from Atalissa PD buses and family from Conesville Grant Halenbeck Nichols registered at Scott House Jerry Crow and wife Grandview registered at Scott House Will Stiles Atalissa seen by reporter Mrs D P Johnson and daughter Vivian return from two months west trip to Michigan summer home of Powell in Michigan and city context
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Grant Halenbeck
Nichols
Scott House
Jerry Crow
Grandview
Will Stiles
Atalissa
Journal
D. P. Johson
Vivien
West
Waldersee Arrives in Hong Kong to Assume Command
Waldersee, designated to lead the allied forces, landed in Hong Kong on September 18 to take command duties. The arrival marks the start of his region-wide leadership, with observers noting his tenure pending formal installation.
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Waldersee
Hong Kong
Strike Expands as 112000 Mines Workers Idle in Anthracite Region
Hazleton Pa Sept 18 President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers reported that about 112000 mine workers are on strike in the anthracite area with 72000 in district No 1 30000 in district No 9 and 10000 in district No 7. He predicted many more will join tomorrow and that the entire regional workforce could be idle in a few days as the dispute with employers continues.
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Hazleton
Mitchell
United Mine Workers
Violence Opens in Jeansville Strip Mine Turmoil
Hazleton Pennsylvania September 18 1911 unrest erupts at Jeansville stripping when workers are driven from the pit by a mob pelting from the bank police dispatched but no arrests. The colliery is idle as unions gain among upper Schuylkill Valley miners while Reading and Coxe collieries run at reduced force. Wyoming Lackawanna districts see complete mine shutdowns with no production and no violence reported elsewhere.
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Hazleton
Jeansville
Upper
Schuylkill Valley
Reading Company
Coxe
Wyoming
West End Coal Company
Mocanaqne
Lackawanna
Walsh to sell Camp Bird mine for 13 million
The News reports Thomas F. Walsh will sell Camp Bird mine at Ouray Colorado for 13 million to a syndicate of English and American investors led by Alfred Belt and J Pierpont Morgan. A drop payment is to be deposited at First National Bank. Mining expert John Hays Hammond arrived to inspect the mine for the syndicate and closure is expected within ten days.
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Denver
Thomas F. Walsh
Camp Bird
Ouray
Colo
Alfred Belt
Diamond King
J. Pierpont Morgan
New York
First National Bank
John Hays Hammond
Grand Jury Sessions in Muscatine Court
Nine prisoners were brought before the grand jury this morning amid rumors of impending trouble for street gamblers tied to the recent fair. Indictments were not yet confirmed, but names include Elliott Foltz Shepherd Ballinger and others facing murder lewdness theft and robbery charges. The jury, led by foreman Joseph Gibbs, also lists several court actions and appointments including W L Roach as water works trustee. Rumors of potential clashes near the courthouse circulated but could not be verified.
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Justice Courts
C. B. Elliott
Harry Foltz
Voys
Soouth Muscatine
Janes Shepherd
Andy Ballinger
Ira Noble
Wiliam Morris
Clarence Laughlin
James Walker
Jake Henderson
W. L. Roach
W. Huttig
Mr. Roach
Huttig
W. M. Siders
Milo Doran
Law
Detwiler
Horan & Devitt
Prejudice among judges delays grain case venue change
Lloyd J. Smith former Chicago Elevator manager seeks venue change alleging bias by Judge Waterman. Six affidavits are filed and additional judges named. only Judge Gibbs may remain. Proceedings set for Criminal Court, judge to be assigned. In a separate incident Peter Hartman of Burket, Indiana is murdered in an alley on State Street during a robbery attempt. two suspects arrested.
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J. P. Wander
P. R. Parrish
Judge House
Robert Bennett
Montpelier Township
Chicago
Lloyd J. Smith
Chicago Elevator Company
Eleator Company
Abner Smith
Jesse Holdom
Elmidge Hancey
Theodore Brentano
Axel Chytraus
Frank Baker
Joseph E. Gary
Gibbs
Criminal Court
Waterman
Peter Hartman
Burkett
Ind
State Street
Hartman
DeKalb
Hrs
Miners strike spreads across Wyoming valley and beyond
Mitchell outlines tactics to force union participation and wage talks while Archbishop Ryan may mediate. Wyoming valley mines mostly closed with Mocanaqua's West End Coal company exempt. In Harrisburg, Lykens and Wiconisco miners push Williamstown to strike. In Sidnaw, Michigan, homesteader John Duffy killed by a set gun near his salt lick.
Sand Pocket Found Endangering Dam in Chicago Channel
Joliet Sept 18 A sand pocket ten feet deep and twenty feet across has been found just below the Jackson street dam in the Chicago drainage channel. The dam’s safety is in question and a work party is on site to learn the full facts.
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Drainage Canal
Joliet
Tls
Jackson Street
Chicago
Snake attack harms Fay Claire resident
Fay Claire Wisconsin reports Mrs. Charles Tobey reached into a basket of apples when a large snake concealed there bit her hand. The venomous bite caused severe poisoning of her hand and arm before another woman managed to knock the snake loose.
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Fay Claire
Wis
Charles Tobey
Reverend Ross Transferred to Des Moines Pastorate
The German Methodist conference closed in Burlington. Rev. Ross returned home and will move to Des Moines for new duties. Rev. F. H. Hertzler of Victor will fill his Muscatine post as the church welcomes the incoming pastor and his congregation.
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The
German Methodist Church
Burelington
Ross
Des Moines
F. H. Hertzler
Victor
Muscatine
Bryan Hopes for Kansas
Fort Scott Kansas September 18 Bryan continued his tour of Kansas this morning and spoke to large crowds expressing optimism about carrying the state. He received the usual homage from Kansans as he addressed two big gatherings.
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Fort Scott
Bryan
Kansas
Prominent Omaha Man Goes Insane in Hotel
Omaha Neb Sept 18 Dr George L Miller founder of the Herald and a West Democratic figure was seized by violent insanity in the Paton hotel he was removed to an asylum and his condition reported serious.
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Omaha, Neb
George L. Miller
The
Herald
Paton Hotel
Roosevelt for West parade at Butte from Helena
Roosevelt supporters in Helena depart by train for a parade in Butte today. The Roosevelt train left early this morning and is due to arrive at one o clock in the afternoon for the big event.
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Helena
Roosevelt
Butte
Cyclone in Bookdom Promises Big Storm in Book Dept
Thompson's Book Store invites readers to view a half page advertisement on page 8 detailing a forthcoming "cyclone" in the book department this Thursday and Friday. The note emphasizes interest in how and why the event unfolds.
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Thompson's Book Store
Stops the Cough and Works off the Cold
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claim to cure a cold in one day with no cure no pay and price of 25 cents. The ad markets a home remedy for coughs and colds, listing a single pill strength and payment terms.
Warmer and Showers Forecast for Iowa and Chicago
Weather bulletin notes threats of showers tonight east and central portions Wednesday. Warmer in the northeast portion tonight. Special indications suggest showers moving from Iowa to eastern and central regions with warmer air in the northeast tonight.
Death of Martin Koetting in Muscatine
Martin Koetting died at his son's home 941 Cedar Street last evening at 7 o clock aged 76. He was born in Germany March 22 1848 and came to Muscatine early in life. Survived by John Will and Julia Koetting and Mrs Kate Freimark all of Muscatine area. Funeral from 941 Cedar Street Wednesday at 2 pm.
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Martin Koetting
Germany
Muscatine
Well
John
Will
Julia Koetting
Kate Freimark
Gentsman
Cedar Street
Death of Albert Maher at age three in West Eidith Street home
Albert Maher, aged three, died at 2 a.m. after ten days with typhoid fever at his parents’ home on West Eidith Street. The Maher family will hold a funeral at St. Mary’s Church Thursday morning.
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Albert
T. F. Maher
West Eidith Street
St. Mary's Church
Death of Viola Sell at 1192 Locust Street
At 7 oclock this morning Viola Sell, one and a half years old, died at the family residence 1192 Locust Street. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon from the home as neighbors extend heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved parents Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Sell.
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Locust Street
Viola Sell
F. J. Sell
Death at County Farm Claims 84 Year Old Woman
Word comes of the sudden death of Mrs. Mary Phelps at the county farm. The cause of death is unknown but supposedly it was heart disease as the patient dropped dead. The decedent was 84 years of age, death ending her career early this mornin.
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Mary Phelps
Commercial Club Forms Relief Committee for Galveston Sufferers
At a Commercial Club meeting a special committee was appointed to canvass the city and receive donations for Galveston relief. Members are Dr. F. H. Little C. W. Kemble and Charles Jackson. They urge prompt contributions to be sent by Thursday of this week for swift aid.
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Commercial Club
F. H. Little
C. W. Kemble
Charles Jackson
Gelveston
Wilton Notes: Pastor Departs for Washington Conference
Rev Jne Hanks returns from the west and leaves for a Bloomfield Methodist conference to take a charge in Washington state. He leaves after a year here and is praised by friends for his work. Also announced are a free music recital, fair events, school dismissal for a skirt viewing, and various local visits and travels including Mrs Baldwin en route to California.
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Jne Hanks
Bloomfield
Washington
Chiwart
Geo
Black Diamond Express Completes Noon Departure from Reffato
The Black Diamond Express departs Reffato at noon for New York aboard the Lehigh Valley Railroad. The train offers a dining car service and luxurious parlor and coach accommodations.
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Lehigh Valley Railrored
New York
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